Working in Paris, London, and New York in the early 1950s, photographer Irving Penn (American, 1917–2009) created masterful representations of skilled tradespeople dressed in work clothes and carrying the tools of their occupations. A neutral backdrop and natural light provided the stage on which his subjects could present themselves with dignity and pride.
When I was just learning to be a photographer (a million years ago) one of my teachers saw the kind of work I was doing (black and white images of my friends around my hometown) and told me I should check out Robert Frank’s “The Americans”.
June 20th -August 2nd, 2009
Reception for the artist Saturday, June 20th, 7-10pm
complimentary valet parking
drkrm.gallery is pleased to announce the exhibition of Anthony Friedkin’s Gay, A Photographic Essay 1969 – 1972 in commemoration of the 40th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riot and Gay Pride month. The exhibit will be on view at the drkrm. gallery from [...]
Fans of Painting and Jazz music should head over to Lot 44 on Spring street downtown for a visual treat with work from local artist Kymm Swank, details after the jump.
The Annenberg Space features state-of-the-art, high-definition digital technology along with traditional print photography by some of the world’s most renowned photographers as well as selections of emerging photographic talents.